Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor, Manager, or Director to join a well-established heavy civil contracting company in Queens Village, New York. This role is part of a dynamic Finance and Accounting team and focuses on overseeing payroll operations for a workforce of over 300 employees. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll management, compliance, and systems integration within the construction or field-based industries. Responsibilities: • Manage comprehensive payroll operations, ensuring accurate processing for hourly, salaried, and project-based employees. • Calculate and verify complex pay components such as overtime, prevailing wages, bonuses, and retroactive adjustments. • Ensure compliance with wage laws, certified payroll requirements, and union agreements. • Handle payroll tax filings, W-2 submissions, and administer deductions including 401k contributions and garnishments. • Conduct audits and resolve inquiries related to payroll, insurance, and union compliance. • Maintain and reconcile payroll systems and records, ensuring alignment with general ledger and job costing systems. • Prepare detailed payroll reports for management and collaborate with accounting teams. • Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes with respect to payroll policies and documentation. • Develop and implement improved payroll procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy. • Educate employees on payroll policies, deductions, and statements while maintaining confidentiality. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. • Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, preferably in construction or field-based industries. • Strong knowledge of payroll laws, wage compliance, and tax regulations. • Familiarity with managing certified payroll, prevailing wage, or union-specific payroll processes. • Proficiency in payroll software, with Sage or similar systems being highly desirable. • Advanced skills in Excel and experience with payroll reconciliation. • Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities. • Strong communication skills for collaborating across departments and handling audits effectively. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .